Cheap Homes for Rent in Allen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (5 Rentals)

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Allen, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Allen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Allen area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The Ridges priced from $700. Sutton Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $726. Here are the most affordable Allen apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RidgesS1 - ClassicStudio,1BA$700
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$726
MelbourneA4 - 60 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$778

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, IA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 bath Model at Southbrook Green starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Vineyards3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
Southbrook Green3 Bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.05
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$0.98
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.18
Rosemont PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.16
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
MelbourneA1 - 60 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1.28
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$1.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Allen

What type of rentals are currently available in Allen?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Allen, IA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,285. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Allen ranging from $1,050 to $2,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Allen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Allen ranges from $1,050 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,344.

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